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Author
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
According to the old adage, a dog is man’s best friend. However, in small town West Texas, a dog is also young girl’s best friend. Told through the eyes of an adolescent female narrator, Carol Thornton’s Tails on the Hill depicts the happenings of the Hill Gang, an eclectic collection of dogs that wander in and out of her life. A refuge for all abandoned dogs, the narrator’s home shelters all types of personalities. Told in brief tales, each...
Author
Series
Second Chance Ranch volume 2
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Dog-crazy Abby has her hands full when an anxious German shepherd, Destiny, shows up at the Ranch. While Abby helps Destiny learn to trust people again, Abby has to learn to overcome old habits of her own. She’s on the autism spectrum and has always hated swimming at the beach. Can Abby use the skills she used on Destiny to overcome her fear of the ocean in time for the Ramirez family beach trip? At Second Chance Ranch, the Ramirez family cares...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
Dan Stark, theatre impresario and actor, and his beautiful actress girlfriend, Valerie, planned on spending the weekend in the wilds of The Big Thicket looking for Max, Dan's wayward German Shepherd. Their plans are abruptly interrupted when, instead, they encounter a psychotic killer and the legendary Saratoga Ghost Light... rising out of the impenetrable swamp.
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"A beautiful photo book showcasing more than 50 heroic dogs "in uniform" and their stories, from photographer Liz Stavrinides and author John Schlimm. Extraordinary Dogs portrays more than fifty working dogs, along with the police officers, firefighters, veterans, and other trained volunteer handlers who serve side-by-side with them. Their moving stories and beautiful photographs are an unprecedented glimpse at Comfort Dogs and Search and Rescue Dogs,...
Author
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"Brought to you by the experts at Adopt-a-Pet.com, this definitive resource has everything you need to know about our canine companions- from training and grooming tips to understanding how your dog sees the world. Get advice on how to choose a new four-legged family member, establish good habits, and keep your pet happy and healthy. Whether you're bringing home a new pooch or caring for an old friend, The Total Dog Manual is your guide to nurturing...
9) The dog listener: a noted expert tells you how to communicate with your dog for willing cooperation
Author
Pub. Date
c2000
Language
English
Description
Outlines proven techniques for changing problem behavior in dogs, covering everything from basic training tips to alpha male behavior.
11) Dog Tricks
Author
Pub. Date
1996
Language
English
Description
88 great tricks to teach a dog--from the simple give me your paw to the more challenging jumping rope to the more useful telephone-answering-machine trick. 45 practical and engaging drawings by Carol Lea Benjamin. Aptitude chart allows owners to gauge which tricks their breed of dog will most likely master. Packaged with a flying disc, making for added value, eye-catching display, and hours of fun with your dog.
Pub. Date
c2007
Language
English
Description
A LAUGH-OUT-LOUD PARODY: AN lLLUSTRATED GUIDE FOR--AND BY--DOGS, UNLOCKING THE MYSTERIES OF DOGHOOD AND TEACHING THEM HOW TO DO THE VERY ACTIVITIES THAT HUMAN SOCIETY SAYS ARE WRONG. "The dangerous book for boys" provides insight into the ideal life for dogs, discussing their take on cats, describing the skills every dog should have, introducing epic dog tales, and detailing the formal rules of fetch.The Dangerous Book for Dogs asks a simple question:...
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
In this indispensable book, Adam helps you build a better connection with your dog at any age and solve behavioral issues with simple, proven positive training techniques. He won't just tell you what to do to get your dog to listen to your commands; he will also help you to understand how your dog thinks and why they might be struggling with certain things.
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"We know how important happiness is for ourselves but when it comes to pets, making sure they're happy--as opposed to obedient, say--is often underrated. Yet there's plenty of fresh science that shows that a happy, engaged pet is easy to live with and creates happiness in its owners, too. How to Raise a Happy Dog shows what you can learn from your pet's behaviour and body language, offer a mass of practical ways to raise your pet's happiness levels,...
Author
Pub. Date
c2003
Language
English
Description
This definitive encyclopedia is a comprehensive visual guide to more than 180 breeds from all over the world. Everything you need to know about dogs, from choosing a breed to grooming, feeding and exercise is described in full detail, and there is a step-by-step guidance through basic first aid and training. Descriptions of each dog's temperament will help you choose the right dog for you and your family.
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